# Galaxy Attack vs Missile Command

The clearest difference is rating: Galaxy Attack at 4.7 against Missile Command's 3.9. Galaxy Attack also leads on ratings volume (654K vs 206) and update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly). Missile Command's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (70% vs 52%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Galaxy Attack sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Missile Command sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Galaxy Attack holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Galaxy Attack has 654K ratings behind it against 206, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 52% of Galaxy Attack's written reviews are positive against 70% of Missile Command's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Galaxy Attack ships an update every 3 days, Missile Command fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Galaxy Attack | Missile Command |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (654K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/galaxy-attack-alien-shooter/id1176011642/reviews)** | [3.9 (206 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/missile-command-recharged/id1494023721/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **654K** | 206 |
| Positive reviews | 52.2% of reviews | **70.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#58** | — |
| Size | 487 MB | 89 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dino Game Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1777402278) | [Atari](https://appshunter.io/developer/291286181) |

## What reviewers say

### Galaxy Attack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/galaxy-attack-alien-shooter/id1176011642)

**Currently charting:** #58 Top Grossing · Action, #69 Top Free · Action, #147 Top Grossing · Casual, #198 Top Free · Casual (US App Store)

Pilot a lone spaceship to defend Earth from relentless alien swarms in this classic space shooter. Upgrade your weapons and skills to overcome increasingly difficult challenges across numerous levels and intense boss battles.

**Highlights:** Multiplayer mode, High quality graphics, Active skills, 140 levels, Boss battles, Gun and laser upgrades

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Crystal Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| 2 Crystals | $0.99 | one-time |
| 6 Crystals | $1.99 | one-time |
| Military Chest x10 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 20 Crystals | $4.99 | one-time |
| X2 Win Point, Zero Lose Point | $4.99 | one-time |
| Event Coin (Flash Sale) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Buy Event Item Pack 4 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Event Premium Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| 50 Crystals | $9.99 | one-time |
| Stone Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank | $9.99 | one-time |
| 120 Crystals | $19.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer: 400 Crystals | $19.99 | one-time |
| 40,000 Event coins | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Awesome graphics
- 🕹️ Fun retro arcade style
- 👍 Variety of game modes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🔍 Unbalanced matchmaking in PvP
- 🔁 Repetitive gameplay
- 🐛 Frequent bugs and glitches
- 🕰️ Too many ads

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes and freezes
- Lost progress and purchases
- Rewards not registering properly
- Connectivity issues in PvP

**Requested features**

- Improved skill-based matchmaking
- More free currency and upgrades
- Ability to select purchased ships
- Reduced difficulty curve
- Better customer support


### Missile Command

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/missile-command-recharged/id1494023721)

Defend your bases from an endless barrage of incoming missiles in this reimagined arcade classic. Strategically launch counter-missiles, utilize powerups for an advantage, and upgrade your gameplay to achieve the highest scores. Compete globally and conquer challenging achievements.

**Highlights:** Defend bases from missile attacks, Launch counter-missiles, Utilize powerups, Upgrade gameplay aspects, Compete on global leaderboards, Earn achievements

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Infinite Charge | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Nostalgic retro feel
- 🎨 Visually appealing graphics
- 🎶 Enjoyable soundtrack
- 🔓 No ads or in-app purchases

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Rapid power-up bug
- 🔁 Limited progression after maxing out upgrades
- 🕹️ Lack of ability to choose missile base
- 🕰️ Difficulty ramps up too quickly

**Reported bugs**

- High scores not updating correctly
- Occasional screen unresponsiveness

**Requested features**

- Additional levels or game modes
- More varied enemy types and attack patterns
- Customizable upgrade system
- Arcade mode with no upgrades


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Galaxy Attack free?

Galaxy Attack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Missile Command free?

Missile Command is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Galaxy Attack or Missile Command?

Galaxy Attack is rated higher. Galaxy Attack averages 4.7 out of 5 from 654K ratings, while Missile Command averages 3.9 from 206 ratings.

### Do Galaxy Attack or Missile Command have ads?

Galaxy Attack shows ads; Missile Command does not.

### Which is updated more often, Galaxy Attack or Missile Command?

Galaxy Attack ships an update every 3 days, and Missile Command fortnightly. Most recently, Galaxy Attack was updated on October 1, 2026 and Missile Command on September 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*